Deggendorf Institute of Technology

DIT Germany does not publish official acceptance rate related data. However as per some unofficial sources, the Deggendorf Institute of Technology has an acceptance rate of 55%-60%, which makes it moderately competitive to get into the university

Preference is given to students with strong grades or exceptional academic/research experience. Hence, having higher grades increases your chance of getting selected at DIT.

DIT Germany is highly worth it for Indian students, for the following reasons:

• Zero tuition fees
• Affordable costs of living (EUR 600-850 or INR 65.5 K-INR 92.7 K)  compared to Munich and Berlin
• Part-time work opportunities (20 hrs/week)
• Quiet but safe town
• International student support via orientation weeks, free mental health, academic and career counselling

As per various student opinion available online on various sources, students review Deggendorf Institute of Technology on following:

• Student-to-Faculty ratio of just 25:1
• Strong International Community with more than 51% international students (out of total student enrollment of 9,624)
• Fun activities to do in and an around the Deggendorf Institute of Technology include sports, hiking, and community service

Students earn a minimum wage of around INR 1.3 K/hour. The previous rate was around INR 1.2 K/hour. Students earn an average monthly salary of around INR 55.2 K. Students don't need to pay an tax on this salary.

However, once this monthly limit is exceeded, students would have to get a tax number and pay tax. 

Yes, health insurance is MANDATORY for all students in Germany — it is required for:

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  - Providers: TK (Techniker Krankenkasse), AOK, Barmer, DAK

  - Cost: Approximately €110–120/month

  - Coverage: Doctor visits, hospital, emergency, dental basics, prescriptions

  - Students under 30: Can get subsidized rates

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TK (Techniker Krankenkasse) is the most popular choice among international students.

Scholarship deadlines at TH Deggendorf vary depending on the specific scholarship program. Applications are open for the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship until Dec 15, 2026.

For the STIBET Scholarship fund, applications are reviewed during 3 selection periods each year -

• Mar 31
• Jun 30
• Oct 31

The latest scholarship-specific deadlines can be found on th-deg.de

As an International student at Deggendorf Institute of Technology, you need to bear other expenses which includes accommodation, meals, books and supplies, transportation and commutation, and miscellaneous. Average cost of living on campus of Deggendorf Institute of Technology as per the Department of Housing is given below:

Expense

Amount per month

Housing

INR 60 K- INR 92.7 K

Meals and food

INR 27.8 K

Miscellaneous Expenses

INR 88.2 K

*Subjective and can vary.

Not all courses at DIT Germany are taught-entirely in English. The institute offers a mix of English and German taught programs. However, students do have more than 30 programmes that are taught entirely in English. Some popular ones among them are:

• Applied Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
• Applied AI for Digital Production Management
• Global Public Health
• AI for Smart Sensors and Actuators

For the winter semester, courses officially start on Oct 1 of the respective year. On the other hand, for the summer semester, the courses start on Mar 15 of the year.

Students can find the start date for their favourite course, via the official DIT Germany website.

• SWS (Semester hours per week) is the time spent on a course during the semester. '1 SWS' means that a lecture is scheduled to last 45 mins/week for the duration of the semester
• <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/ects-credits-articlepage-2015" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ECTS (European Credit Transfer System)</a> refers to the credits earned. They ensure all your study achievements at European universities are comparable and can be credited across universities in different countries

The Deggendorf Instotute of Technology QS Ranking is #701 among colleges and universities in Europe in 2026. At the more regional level, DIT Germany ranks #180 in Western Europe. 

QS has also ranked the institute as follows for some other parameters:

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Deggendorf Institute of Technology ranks among the top 400 most innovative universities in the world, as part of the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI-Ranking 2025). 

It is also recognised for the following:

• Technology Development and Application
• Cost-Benefit Management
• Empowering Professional - Education for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Deggendorf Instotue of Technology (Technische Hochschule Deggendorf) is a public university of applied sciences based in Lower Bavaria, Germany. It offers hands-on programs with internships and real-world project exposure at top companies in Germany at the PG and UG degree levels.

It started as Fachhochschule Deggendorf - Hochschule fur Technik und Wirtschaft in 1994.

DIT Germany offers furnished apartments as part of its student halls, just a short walk away from the campus and town centres. To secure housing, students can apply directly via the DIT website.

Check out our FREE <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/student-accommodation-in-germany-kinds-and-costs-articlepage-486" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Student Accommodation in Germany Guide for Indian Students</a>.